Glands 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyBiopsychologyA2/A-levelAQA Created by: livg04Created on: 09-12-22 14:20 'Master gland'-to influence the release of hormones from other glands. Regulates many of the body's functions. This is controlled by the hypothalamus. Pituitary 1 of 5 Regulates the release of oestrogen and progesterone in the menstrual cycle. Ovaries 2 of 5 An important part of the 'fight or flight' stress response as it releases adrenaline. Adrenal 3 of 5 Regulates biological rhythms such as the sleep-wake cycle as it facilitates the release of the hormone melatonin. Pineal 4 of 5 Controls the release of the male sex hormone testosterone. Testes 5 of 5
BIOPSYCHOLOGY - The influence of neurochemistry on behaviour: the function of the endocrine system 0.0 / 5
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